Shrinkflation Strikes Again: The Case of the Missing Corn Dog

Shrinkflation is impacting more than just the grocery bill; it's****ting beloved snacks like corn dogs. An image circulating on Reddit showcases a glaring example of this phenomenon. The photo features an open cardboard box filled with several corn dogs, which are sausages coated in cornmeal batter and deep-fried, skewered on wooden sticks. Packed neatly in rows, the corn dogs sit in the box lined with a transparent plastic bag.

One user commented, "Seems average to me, big even," while another humorously noted, "The water was cold!" referencing the famous "shrinkage" scene from Seinfeld. George Costanza, played by Jason Alexander, quipped about significant shrinkage after a cold swim, a sentiment echoed by many who feel short-changed by this culinary conundrum.

A closer look reveals a hand holding one of the corn dogs, its golden-brown color lightly dusted with flour or another coating. Positioned at the bottom left of the image, the fingers wrap around the stick, giving a sense of scale. However, what’s missing is the sausage — leading to comments like, "It's a dog-free corn dog," and "All corn, No dog."

The Reddit community didn't hold back on their witty takes. "That's the stick they stir the batter with," joked one user, while another dubbed it a "Corn-stick." A more skeptical commenter asked, "Genuinely curious, is there even any meat in there?" bringing attention to the disappointing lack of sausage.

"Why you buying your corn dogs in bulk anyway?" questioned another user, adding to the chorus of disbelief. The shared sentiment is clear: consumers are feeling duped. "A Con Dog," one user aptly named it, while another lamented, "All corn and no dog... Story of my life."

Shrinkflation is becoming increasingly noticeable across various products. One comment highlighted this, "You should see what they’re doing to Tic Tacs!" emphasizing how widespread the issue has become.

The image captures more than just a snack; it symbolizes a broader consumer experience of getting less for the same price. As shrinkflation continues to shrink beloved treats, consumers are left feeling like George, exclaiming, "That was not me, Jerry. That was not me."